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2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV Review, Pricing, and Specs

Overview Chevy's entry-level electric offering isn't the most exciting EV out there, but it meets the needs of folks who want a compact crossover with a plug. You'll get the best range with the 220-hp front-wheel-drive powertrain, but it leaves a bit to be desired in terms of acceleration. Go for all-wheel drive, and you get 300 hp and a 307-mile range, which should be plenty for normal daily use and won't have you stopping too often on road trips. And if you opt for GM's Super Cruise hands-free driving system, you'll arrive that much more refreshed. For a more exciting electric Chevy SUV, check out the larger Blazer EV. What's New for 2026? There are few changes for the Equinox EV this year, but a Midnight appearance package is now available on LT models and includes black wheels and dark exterior trim. Mid-range RS trims can now be had in a monotone paint scheme instead of being locked into having a black roof. Polar White Tricoat replaces Iridescent Pearl Tricoat on the options sheet and all models now come with a dual level charging cable. Pricing and Which One to Buy The price of the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV is expected to start around $35,000 and go up to $49,000 depending on the trim and options. LT FWD $35,000 (est) LT AWD $41,000 (est) RS FWD $45,000 (est) RS AWD $49,000 (est) 0 $10k $20k $30k $40k $50k $60k $70k $80k The base price of LT FWD is tempting, but we'd make sure to check the box for the more powerful all-wheel-drive powertrain. Then we'd add the Comfort and Active Safety 2 packages, as that gets you heated front seats, a 360-degree camera system, and a handful of driver-assistance features. Want to compare the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV to other vehicles you're interested in? Our new compare tool provides a comprehensive, side-by-side look at up to five cars of your choice. Compare Cars EV Motor, Power, and Performance Front-wheel-drive Equinox EVs come with a single electric motor that makes 220 horsepower; opting for the dual-motor all-wheel-drive system ups the power to 300 ponies. The front-wheel-drive powertrain doesn't exhibit the same kind of immediate thrust that's typical of electric motors, and we found it sluggish in our drive of the Equinox EV. We recommend the all-wheel-drive setup, which is significantly more potent and gives the Equinox EV a more energetic demeanor. Ride quality is comfortable, the steering is well-weighted, and we like that you can select from among multiple levels of regenerative braking, including a one-pedal driving mode. 0–60-MPH Times At our test track, the front-wheel-drive Equinox EV put down a 60-mph time of 7.7 seconds, which is comparable to gas-powered compact-SUV competitors. The all-wheel-drive model was significantly quicker, getting to 60 mph in 5.8 seconds. View Photos Michael Simari | Car and Driver Range, Charging, and Battery Life All Equinox EV models have the same size battery pack, although the range estimates vary depending on powertrain configuration. Front-wheel-drive models offer up to 319 miles of range per EPA estimates, while the all-wheel-drive version drops that down to 307 miles. In our real-world 75-mph highway range test, both versions of the Equinox EV delivered a result of 260 miles, which we think comes down to the different wheels and tires on our test cars. All models come with DC fast-charging capability, which Chevrolet says can add 70 miles of range to the battery in as little as 10 minutes. Fuel Economy and Real-World MPGe The EPA hasn't released any fuel economy information for the 2026 Equinox EV yet, but the 2025 model earned ratings of 109 MPGe combined for the front-wheel-drive model and up to 103 MPGe combined for the all-wheel-drive version. In our 75-mph real-world highway fuel-economy test of the all-wheel-drive Equinox EV, we recorded a result of 91 MPGe, slightly beating the EPA's 88 MPGe highway estimate. MPGe stands for miles per gallon of gas equivalent, an EPA metric that estimates PHEV and EV vehicle fuel efficiency. For more information about the Equinox EV's fuel economy, visit the EPA's website. Interior, Comfort, and Cargo At 57 cubic feet with the rear seat stowed, the Equinox EV's cargo capacity isn't quite as capacious as the gasoline-powered model's, but the rest of the interior feels about as roomy. Inside, buyers will find a digital dashboard similar to that of the Silverado EV as well as a large 17.7-inch touchscreen in the center of the dashboard. Base models are fairly basic and lack even power-adjustable front seats, but moving up to the higher LT trims or RS models unlocks plenty of features, including heated seats, power seats, a sunroof, and dual-zone climate control. Opt for an RS and you can order the saucy Adrenaline Red interior theme. View Photos Michael Simari | Car and Driver Infotainment and Connectivity Every Equinox EV comes with an 11.0-inch digital gauge display with a 17.7-inch secondary touchscreen for infotainment. Unfortunately, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone-mirroring capabilities are not offered, but the infotainment system does include built-in apps such as Google Maps and Spotify, and uplevel models get in-dash navigation and an onboard Wi-Fi hotspot. Safety and Driver-Assistance Features All models ship with basic driver-assistance features as standard, including automated emergency braking, automatic high-beam headlamps, and lane-keeping assist. For buyers seeking the most up-to-date tech, the Equinox EV is offered with GM's Super Cruise hands-free driving system. For more information about the Equinox EV's crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include: Standard automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection Standard lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist Available adaptive cruise control with hands-free driving mode Warranty and Maintenance Coverage Chevrolet provides standard coverage limits for the Equinox EV's electric powertrain components. It also includes the first maintenance visit, but overall coverage doesn't come close to that of the Hyundai Ioniq 5. Limited warranty covers three years or 36,000 miles Powertrain warranty covers five years or 60,000 miles Electric components are covered for eight years or 100,000 miles Complimentary maintenance is covered for the first visit Specifications Specifications 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3RS Vehicle Type: front-motor, front-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 4-door wagon PRICE Base/As Tested: $46,795/$50,995 Options: Active Safety Package 3 (Super Cruise and enhanced automatic parking assist), $2700; sunroof, $1500 POWERTRAIN Motor: permanent-magnet synchronous AC Power: 213 hp Torque: 236 lb-ft Battery Pack: liquid-cooled lithium-ion, 85.0 kWh Onboard Charger: 11.5 kW Peak DC Fast-Charge Rate: 150 kW Transmission: direct-drive CHASSIS Suspension, F/R: struts/multilink Brakes, F/R: 12.6-in vented disc/12.4-in vented disc Tires: Continental CrossContact RX ContiSeal 275/40R-21 107H M+S TPC3201 DIMENSIONS Wheelbase: 116.3 in Length: 190.6 in Width: 76.9 in Height: 64.8 in Passenger Volume, F/R: 55/47 ft3 Cargo Volume, behind F/R: 57/26 ft3 Curb Weight: 4923 lb C/D TEST RESULTS 60 mph: 7.7 sec 1/4-Mile: 16.1 sec @ 87 mph 100 mph: 22.4 sec Results above omit 1-ft rollout of 0.3 sec. Rolling Start, 5–60 mph: 7.7 sec Top Gear, 30–50 mph: 2.9 sec Top Gear, 50–70 mph: 4.7 sec Top Speed (gov ltd): 113 mph Braking, 70–0 mph: 189 ft Roadholding, 300-ft Skidpad: 0.78 g C/D FUEL ECONOMY AND CHARGING 75-mph Highway Range: 260 mi Average DC Fast-Charge Rate, 10–90%: 94 kW DC Fast-Charge Time, 10–90%: 51 min EPA FUEL ECONOMY Combined/City/Highway: 108/117/99 MPGe Range: 319 mi == 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV 2LT AWD Vehicle Type: front- and rear-motor, all-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 4-door wagon PRICE Base/As Tested: $46,595/$50,795 Options: Active Safety Package 3 (Super Cruise and enhanced automatic parking assist), $2700; sunroof, $1500 POWERTRAIN Front Motor: permanent-magnet synchronous AC, 241 hp, 225 lb-ft Rear Motor: induction AC, 90 hp, 121 lb-ft Combined Power: 288 hp Combined Torque: 333 lb-ft Battery Pack: liquid-cooled lithium-ion, 85.0 kWh Onboard Charger: 11.5 kW Peak DC Fast-Charge Rate: 150 kW Transmissions, F/R: direct-drive CHASSIS Suspension, F/R: struts/multilink Brakes, F/R: 12.6-in vented disc/12.4-in vented disc Tires: Michelin Primacy All Season 245/55R-19 103H M+S TPC3200 DIMENSIONS Wheelbase: 116.3 in Length: 190.6 in Width: 76.9 in Height: 64.8 in Passenger Volume, F/R: 55/47 ft3 Cargo Volume, behind F/R: 57/26 ft3 Curb Weight: 5041 lb C/D TEST RESULTS 60 mph: 5.8 sec 1/4-Mile: 14.6 sec @ 94 mph 100 mph: 17.0 sec Results above omit 1-ft rollout of 0.3 sec. Rolling Start, 5–60 mph: 5.9 sec Top Gear, 30–50 mph: 2.3 sec Top Gear, 50–70 mph: 3.7 sec Top Speed (gov ltd): 112 mph Braking, 70–0 mph: 178 ft Roadholding, 300-ft Skidpad: 0.81 g C/D FUEL ECONOMY 75-mph Highway Driving: 91 MPGe 75-mph Highway Range: 260 mi EPA FUEL ECONOMY Combined/City/Highway: 96/101/90 MPGe Range: 285 mi C/D TESTING EXPLAINED More Features and Specs